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2 cans of tomatoes (1 large, 1 small)</div> <div> # 2 jars of spaghetti sauce</div> <div> # 2 boxes or bags of pasta</div> <div> # 8 cans Wholeberry Cranberry</div> <div> # 1 jar peanut butter</div> <div> # 1 bottle vegetable oil</div> <div> # 1 bottle Worcestershire sauce</div> <div> # 1 box brown sugar</div> <div> # 1 jar Mexican-style salsa</div> <div> # 1 box taco shells and/or 1 bag tortilla chips</div> <div> # 2 cans each of red, white and black beans</div> <div> # 1 bag Brown Rice</div> <div> # 10 cans of Vegetables</div> <bR> <div> <B>ways to make the most of inexpensive ingredients</B></div> <div> <B>how_to_save_on_groceries</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>Rice</B></div> <div> plain white rice subbing in fruit juice or broth for some or all of the water.</div> <div> Or, add a little texture to the mix with basmati, jasmine, Arborio or different mixes of wild rice.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Boxed Mac & Cheese</B></div> <div> couple of spoonfuls of mustard, and a pinch of nutmeg.</div> <div> Crumble some crackers or breadcrumbs over top and call it a "macaroni gratin."</div> <div> short on milk, don't fret, Sub in half the quantity of milk with water, or just use extra butter.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Dried Pasta</B></div> <div> Doll up your pasta with this easy cheese sauce.</div> <div> Just melt one tablespoon of butter in a saucepan over low heat and gradually whisk in one tablespoon of flour.</div> <div> Stir this paste together for 2-3 minutes, and slowly pour in  cup of milk, stirring constantly until it's thickened.</div> <div> Then stir in two grated tablespoons of your favorite cheese.</div> <div> skip the cheese and whisk in handful of chopped herbs, a sprinkle of nutmeg, seasoned salt, sauteed garlic, or even chunks of fresh tomato.</div> <div> You can also skip sauce entirely and go with a drizzle of butter or olive oil, a pinch of kosher salt and a pinch of snipped herbs.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Canned Tuna</B></div> <div> Tuna is packed with lean protein and omega-3</div> <div> Opt for the water-packed variety, and toss it with tomatoes, a vinaigrette dressing and wild rice or over lettuce for a fresh, flavored-packed salad.</div> <div> Mix it with a dash of olive oil, olive slices and hard boiled eggs for a nicoise-like sandwich filling, or sub it in for the beef or other meats in pot pies and pasta recipes.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Canned Soup</B></div> <div> Bulk up canned soup with a handful of quick-cooking rice, or pre-cooked pasta.</div> <div> Veggies seek out your local farmers market or food co-op and pick a few sweet peppers, local tomatoes, squash or eggplant and roast the slices with a little bit of olive oil in your oven.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Frozen Pizza</B></div> <div> Speaking of home-roasted veggies, they're perfect for making a store-bought frozen cheese pizza taste like take-out.</div> <div> You can also sprinkle on a bit of grated cheese and diced, sautéed or roasted garlic.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Whole Chicken</B></div> <div> Learn how to cut up a whole bird, to make your own chicken breasts.</div> <div> using the bones to make rich, delicious chicken stock to use as a base for soups and stews.</div> <div> It tastes much better than the canned stuff, and it can be frozen in an ice cube tray for use whenever you need it.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Eggs</B></div> <div> Break out of your culinary shell and learn to make quiche or a savory tortilla espanola.</div> <div> They're simple to make, filling, and elegant at any meal.</div> <div> egg techniques, coddled, shirred or pickled eggs</div> <bR> <div> <B>Potatoes</B></div> <div> whipped, mashed, baked and boiled, but we're especially fond of rosti potatoes, the aforementioned tortilla espanola, and most of all a big, bubbling pot of potato soup.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Beans</B></div> <div> Dried or canned, beans are a classically simple source of protein.</div> <div> Beans and rice are an inexpensive and delicious staple dish in cultures the world over.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Lentils</B></div> <div> In a curry, stew, soup or pilaf, lentils add a nutty note and bring along a bounty of healthy benefits.</div> <div> Unlike beans, their legume cousins, they don't require soaking, and most varieties cook quite quickly.</div> <div> Sub them for meat in Indian and Asian dishes, toss into salads, or mash 'em into a delicious dip.</div> <div> For maximum value, trying buying them in bulk at a health food store or co-op. </div> <bR> <div> <B>Oatmeal</B></div> <div> Who says cinnamon and sugar are the only ways to go with oatmeal?</div> <div> We like to start the day in a savory way, adding a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and a dash of hot sauce.</div> <div> Or, if we're feeling a tad sweet, go with a swirl of peanut butter.</div> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>